SJC1000rr Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 (edited) So what are you all going to burn your returns on? Me, I have been looking for new gear and bike upgrades for the 09 season. But, I'm looking for opinions on the items I have picked. I'm looking for info on better deals or equipment from persons that have used or know of issues (positive or negative) with what is below.Galfer SS brake lines-Black- $100-150Motovation Frame Sliders (No Cut)-$130Shift SR-1 Black/Silver Suit-$899Shift SR-1 Gloves Black/Silver-$129.95Scorpion EXO-400 Rebel Matte Black Helmet-$169.95Alpinestars S-MX 4 Boots,-Silver(Black/Silver)-$199.95Is there any reason to get the Galfer Superbike vs Standard SS brake lines for street/commute and maybe a trackday or two?I know about the sliders cut/no cut so we'll skip by this one I know Aaron has a great deal on the Astar SG-1, so I am between that in Black and the Shift suit...which I find to be more appealing cosmetically. And matching gloves.Helmet, I currently have a 5 year old Vega helmet. Its got plenty of scratches and scuffs from dropping it a few times on the rear from about 3-4 ft high. I don't want to break the bank on a Shoei, and none of the Arai's really caught my eye.Boots, I was looking for something matching but a starter set for spirited rides and track days. I'm open to option on this one. Edited January 21, 2009 by SJC1000rr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 (edited) Time to get rid of that Vega Helmet ASAP. Check out the AGV and Shark helmets too. Edited January 19, 2009 by Casper Took out the advertising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 you will not need the superbike lines at all, you honestly won't use them to their potential at all. the sbk lines are geared for the hardcore trackday rider/racer. your normal SS lines will do you just fine, trust me.i know someone that can hook you up with any galfer product, just let me know. front lines for ~65 dollars plus cost of bolts and fittings, if you get all custom it will be more obviously (~+25), but if you do normal it should be more than 10-15 dollars on top of the 64. you also want to get your gear before you upgrade your bike. remember you are more important... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerpaw Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 - CC payoff- CC payoff- CC payoffSucks now. No Fun. Best thing to do in the long run though, especially if the economy gets worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinsn3485 Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I'm pretty sure I'm gonna owe this year... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 im going to buy a reloading press i think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 motomaddness.com This site has some wicked gear. I love em.You want GALFER SS get them here for $40. Custom Length and color. Though this price doesnt include banjos. Banjos are about are about $10 each.http://moto-madness.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=342_350_351&products_id=290Theis link is for HEL SS custom lines. They have 6 colors to choose from. no upcharge up to a 38" length. You can also get any banjo set up/combination you want. striaght, 45 deg., 90 deg. Again no charge.http://moto-madness.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=342_350_351&products_id=845 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I do my best to be + or - $100 each year. If I get a return of $200 or more I did it wrong. I don't let the government borrow my money interest free. That being said' date=' I am getting an $88 return. Guess I did it right, almost. I'd rather owe the $88 but it's very hard to gauge every year with over time and what-not.[/quote']+1 You sound like my father...I follow the same thinking. I bumped up my withholdongs to try and break even this year. Last year I owed big bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e-flores Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I'm getting my canon 50d!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
600ZZ4eb Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 i'd like to get some joe jocket leather pants, jet kit, flush mount turn signal, and integrated tail light with undertail. just bought a titanium two bro's m2. Maybe an hugger as well. who knows.... :-) Just like to have opts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 im going to buy a reloading press i think Just bought one of those myself. What do you plan on reloading for? Other then that, Im going to try and save this years return or put it directly towards bills Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I do my best to be + or - $100 each year. If I get a return of $200 or more I did it wrong. I don't let the government borrow my money interest free. That being said' date=' I am getting an $88 return. Guess I did it right, almost. I'd rather owe the $88 but it's very hard to gauge every year with over time and what-not.[/quote']hahaha. I wish I had ur dedication. I usually get back 5 or 6 k b/c I have so many itemized deductions and don't mind the govt borrowing from me since I would spend it on shoes throughout the year anyway. This year I'm paying off my second mortgage that I still had from my divorce. Ladies don't ever be stupid enough to mortgage your equity to pay off some idiots motorcycles! Glad I learn from my mistakes. Hey I'm tired and I have no guard on my fingers tonight!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 a dirtybike, im wanting a rmz 250 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrjess0815 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I'm buying race pastics and brake lines, paying off a CC and maybe going shopping lol.. i need to buy jeans since i lost weight woot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchmuckGirl Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I'm buying wood floors for my new living room!!!!! woo hoo!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfman Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I'm buying wood floors for my new living room!!!!! woo hoo!!If you are putting them down yourself, let me know. I have a floor nailer/stapler and about a 1000 sq ft of experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrotrs Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I'm getting my canon 50d!!!Nice choice. I have my eye on one of those also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I'm buying wood floors for my new living room!!!!! woo hoo!!ananda....I would check out lumber liquidators on the west side (I believe it's off of fisher road???). I'm purchasing about 1000 sq ft from them tomorrow to finally replace my existing bamboo and I'm saving close to $1500 going through them. And if you don't know what you're doing pay someone. My brother and me laid my downstairs last year and many many mistakes were made that could have been alleviated with an expert. You can find a decent priced contractor especially with the way the economy is right now. Tons of people are out of work and will bid for work now. Also make sure that WOOD flooring is their specialty and ask for pics of previous jobs. Just an FYI. I always enlighten people to MY mistakes so they don't repeat them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchmuckGirl Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 If you are putting them down yourself, let me know. I have a floor nailer/stapler and about a 1000 sq ft of experience. Why the little laughing guy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchmuckGirl Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 ananda....I would check out lumber liquidators on the west side (I believe it's off of fisher road???). I'm purchasing about 1000 sq ft from them tomorrow to finally replace my existing bamboo and I'm saving close to $1500 going through them. And if you don't know what you're doing pay someone. My brother and me laid my downstairs last year and many many mistakes were made that could have been alleviated with an expert. You can find a decent priced contractor especially with the way the economy is right now. Tons of people are out of work and will bid for work now. Also make sure that WOOD flooring is their specialty and ask for pics of previous jobs. Just an FYI. I always enlighten people to MY mistakes so they don't repeat them. Thanks! I always appreciate hearing what others who have been through it have to say. I did go to lumber liquidators and already got a few samples . The living room is only about 300 sq ft so it shouldn't be too terribly expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Thanks! I always appreciate hearing what others who have been through it have to say. I did go to lumber liquidators and already got a few samples . The living room is only about 300 sq ft so it shouldn't be too terribly expensive.Ya I'm redoing my ENTIRE first floor including ripping up the carpeting in my family room. I'm selling the first moment the housing market turns around so I'm doing everything to make it buy worthy. hehe. I'm also putting in granite counter tops...kinda excited about that one. Anyhoo in 2 weeks it should look like a magazine pic. Well hopefully.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfman Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Why the little laughing guy?Pratt's got some good advice there. I just finished putting down a wood floor for my parents and it turned out fantastic. We got the wood from Lumber Liquidators, too. b/c 1000 sq. ft. of experience isn't that much experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchmuckGirl Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Ya I'm redoing my ENTIRE first floor including ripping up the carpeting in my family room. I'm selling the first moment the housing market turns around so I'm doing everything to make it buy worthy. hehe. I'm also putting in granite counter tops...kinda excited about that one. Anyhoo in 2 weeks it should look like a magazine pic. Well hopefully....Where you going?Pratt's got some good advice there. I just finished putting down a wood floor for my parents and it turned out fantastic. We got the wood from Lumber Liquidators, too. b/c 1000 sq. ft. of experience isn't that much experience.So how did you teach yourself how to do it? just out of curiousity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Where you going?So how did you teach yourself how to do it? just out of curiousityI'm looking to purchase some land and rebuild. Staying in Cbus...I LOVE my job!Also laying floor isn't that hard if your home is a bit older. My NEW home has crooked walls etc etc. It made laying the floors downstairs quite difficult. It's a Rockford so what do u expect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfman Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 So how did you teach yourself how to do it? just out of curiousityIDK... I learned a lot of woodworking stuff from my dad so this was pretty easy to do. Learning to work a pneumatic floor nailer is pretty simple. The most difficult part is the finish work like the first/last rows and cutting boards to fit along walls, registers, etc. This is where it helps to have experience using saws and drills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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